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·Weight and Body Size

Blue whales can grow to over 30 meters long and weigh more than 130,000 kilos — that's longer than three buses and heavier than three trucks. Pretty much everything about the blue whale is massive. Its tongue weighs as much as an elephant and its heart is the size of a car.

·Range

Blue whales can be found in all of our planet's oceans, except the Arctic Ocean, usually swimming alone or in groups of two to four. But in areas where there's lots of food available, as many as 60 whales may come together.

·Food

Despite their huge size, blue whales eat tiny shrimp — like creatures called krill (磷虾). During certain times of the year, a single adult blue whale eats about 4 tons of krill a day.

·Type

There are two types of whales: toothed whales and baleen whales (须鲸). Toothed whales, as the name suggests, have teeth, which are used to hunt and eat squid (鱿鱼), fish, and seals. Blue whales are baleen whales. Instead of teeth, they use baleen. When eating, blue whales let a huge volume of water and krill into their mouths. They then push the water through their baleen plates, which trap the tasty food to be swallowed.

·Calls

To communicate with each other, blue whales make a series of super-loud vocal sounds. Their calls are the loudest of any creature on the planet, in fact, and can be heard underwater for hundreds of kilometers.

·Migration (迁徙)

These awesome sea animals follow a seasonal migration pattern. During the feeding season, they fill up on krill in cold polar waters. They then travel to warmer, tropical waters to mate and give birth.

I already hated dealing with Victor's parents for their lack of cooperation and disconnected phone numbers. He was the youngest in a family that contained many children with behavior problems. I'd had a couple of his siblings (兄弟姐妹) in previous years and dreaded having this child in my class.

I taught first grade in a low-budget charter school that was quickly becoming known in our town for accepting unruly students, often those who'd been kicked out of another school for behavior problems.

But Victor was not like his siblings. It was clear from the first day that he wanted to read books, not throw them. He didn't yell. He didn't break crayons on purpose. In fact, he paid attention, practiced reading when he was done with other subjects, and attended my after-school tutoring group.

Instead of dreading Victor, I looked forward to having him in class each day. And now that he was reading well, our next job together was writing.

Unfortunately, Victor's siblings were still having behavior problems in school. His parents grew tired of the consequences brought about by their children and the regular phone calls from school administrators. One day, when I was home sick with the flu, Victor's mother came to school to get all of her children, and she didn't bring them back. Not even Victor. I was heartbroken.

I felt guilty that he, who was unable to write at grade level, would go to a new teacher. We didn't have enough time. And I didn't even get to say goodbye.

As the school year came to a close, I was doing playground duty on a hot, dusty afternoon. Students and teachers alike were sweaty and tired. A woman walked up to our playground fence and said, "Are you Mrs. M?"

"Yes," I said. "Do I know you?"

"No, but you were Victor's teacher earlier this year, right? I work at Lake View School with Mrs. Kaye. She's Victor's teacher now, and she wants you to have this."

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The woman handed me an envelope.

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Deeply touched by Victor's words in the letter, I decided to write him back.

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Dear Li Hua,

Hope you're doing well! I've been a bit stuck since the new term started.

High school lessons are harder than junior high, and I often can't finish homework on time. But I really want to join the basketball club — yet. I'm scared it'll make my studies worse. Every day I'm torn between them and don't know how to manage time.

You seem to balance study and hobbies well. Could you share some tips with me? I'd be really grateful!

Yours,

Wang Lei

Dear Wang Lei,

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Yours sincerely,

Li Hua

Roasted sweet potato is a traditional Chinese snack, yet the sweet potato itself is not native to China. (know) scientifically as Ipomoea batatas, it originated in the Americas and (introduce) to China from the Philippines and Vietnam in the late 16th century during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty.

Because it was easy to grow and highly   (produce), the sweet potato soon became a vital famine-relief crop, especially during the Ming and Qing dynasties the population grew rapidly and natural disasters were frequent.

Over time, (especial) in rural northern China, sweet potatoes were processed into dried strips, flour, glass noodles, porridge, and rice, becoming a staple food for many ordinary families. As a result, sweet potatoes carry strong (memory) of hardship and resilience for older generations. As their cultivation spread nationwide, street vendors began selling roasted sweet potatoes, which gradually evolved into popular everyday snack.

Roasting sweet potatoes is simple. The key is to maintain a steady temperature (around 180 — 220℃) for even heating. Keep them from direct flame, (prevent) the outside from burning before the inside is cooked.

In northern rural areas, people once roasted sweet potatoes in the warm embers of wood stoves. Today, many families use ovens or air fryers (make) them at home.

With no complicated cooking skills or expensive ingredients, roasted sweet potatoes deliver the most direct warmth and satisfaction chilly winter days. Maybe that simple, heartfelt goodness is exactly where their magic really lies.

"But how can I safely stop without blocking late-afternoon traffic?" I2. This thought eased my guilt3. Yet I still made a U-turn, which4 other drivers. I stopped by the woman, asking, "Need a ride?" "Bless you," she said,5 me farther south. As we drove, darkness fell. I grew6 when entering a place with7 streets and homeless people. At her apartment, a young man, wearing long hair, on a motorcycle, was smiling at me, but appearing threatening. I quickly8 her things, and then quickly drove away.

Soon, a motorcycle roared behind me. It was that young man! Anxiety rose from my mind. I9 my phone to call 911, only to find it gone. "She stole it!" I thought,10 my act of kindness. The biker kept11 me to stop, waving something — my phone!

I pulled over, and he handed me the phone: "Grandma sent this — she took it12." He was still smiling and soon disappeared into the night. I never had a(n)13 to say I was sorry for my thoughts.

I learned something else that day: Sometimes we judge people as bad just because their14 doesn't match what we think is right. They may not drive a stylish car, but who is going to say they are not15 to us or even nobler?

Have you ever laughed so much you simply couldn't stop? Perhaps your body has keeled over with laughter or you have "got the giggles" at an inappropriate moment. As World Laughter Day approaches, read on to find out why chuckling puts a smile on your face and is good for you.

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Laughter is a sound you make involuntarily. When you laugh, you are using the muscles in between your ribcage. This squeezes air out of you, causing you to make a noise. There are other effects too: laughter causes 15 muscles in your face to contract (move), leaving you with a big grin.

Why do we laugh?

. In fact, it's a way of connecting with other people. Sophie Scott is a laughter expert and neuroscientist, which means she studies the brain. She told The Week Junior, "The main reason why we laugh is social. It's something we do to make and maintain bonds with other people and it's a really important way of us communicating with each other."

Is laughter really good for me?

Not only does laughter connect you to others but it can also help when you're feeling down or worried. Scott says, "Laughter is a very important way to deal with stress.", which can help you feel less anxious and more relaxed. In fact, a recent study by a children's mental health charity, the Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families, shows that 83% of young people rely on laughter to improve their mood. Laughter can strengthen the immune system and it has been linked to a healthy heart..

What if I'm not in the mood to laugh?

It's possible and normal to laugh when feeling sad.. Laughter is also contagious, which means whatever your mood is, you can catch the giggles from others who are laughing.

A. What is laughter

B. When do we laugh

C. Surprisingly, it has very little to do with your sense of humor

D. Sometimes, people use laughter to lighten an awkward or upsetting situation

E. What's more, laughing with friends or family can make you feel safe and secure

F. Endorphins, or feel-good chemicals in your body, are released when you laugh

G. Evidently, laughter, recognized as the best medicine, can help us lift our spirits

Australian sea lions are endangered and have seen population declines of over sixty percent in the last forty years. Researchers from the University of Adelaide fitted endangered Australian sea lions with cameras and tracking devices (跟踪仪器) to better understand where they spent their time and how they used different areas of the seafloor to gather food.

The sea lions could cover large areas of the ocean floor quickly, and dive deeply to places humans can't reach. The researchers used eight healthy females from two different groups of sea lions. They chose females because they would soon return to land to feed their young pups. That meant the scientists could easily get the cameras back.

The eight sea lions traveled about 560 kilometers underwater, diving as deep as 110 meters below the surface. In all, the animals collected 89 hours of videos, letting the researchers see exactly what the animals saw.

After reviewing the videos, researchers were surprised to learn the sea lions hunt for food in six distinct seafloor habitats and different sea lions like different kinds of food. The videos gave the team a good idea of the kinds of plants and animals living in each of those environments.

Using AI and the information from the videos, the researchers came up with a tool that can predict (预测) what the seafloor is like. If the AI tool is given the sea's temperature at the surface, and how far the location is from land, it can guess what the ocean floor will be like. And it's correct 98% of the time.

Governments and environmental groups are taking action to fight plastic pollution. Many countries have introduced bans on single-use plastics like straws, cups, and cutlery. Some businesses are switching to eco-friendly packaging made from paper, cardboard, or plant-based materials. In addition, cleanup campaigns are removing tons of plastic from beaches and oceans every year.

However, solving the problem requires more than just bans and cleanups. Experts emphasize the need for a circular economy — one where plastic products are designed to be reused, repaired, or recycled instead of being thrown away after a single use. This means changing how products are made and encouraging consumers to adopt more sustainable habits.

Individual action also plays a vital role. Simple choices like using reusable water bottles, bringing cloth bags to the store, and properly sorting waste can make a significant difference. As more people become aware of the issue and take steps to reduce their plastic use, there is hope for a cleaner, healthier planet.

One day, after a stress-filled phone conversation, I hung up the phone, put my head down on my desk, and let out a huge, weepy sigh. My co-worker, Joyce, stepped away from her work and rolled her chair next to mine.

"What's going on?" she asked.

"What isn't going on?" I complained. "Pick a subject: sick mom, out-of-control adult child, sick dog, daily treatments, and my car that needs work. Everything is dreadful! I'm so tired. I feel like all this will never end!"

I grabbed a bunch of tissues and tried to compose myself. Joyce gave me a moment to calm down. She then told me a little about a time when she also had a tough time with a lot of things going on. She felt totally overwhelmed, like there was no end to the stress.

I asked her how she had managed. She winked and held out an open hand and a closed fist. Her response gave me words to live by in stressful times.

"Inbox full or inbox empty?"

I got the message. Those wise words have become a golden rule for me, and I am forever grateful. When I feel like life stuff just keeps piling on — whether it's good, bad or just feels like too much to handle — I recite those perspective-changing words.

I often pass on those wise words to someone when they feel overwhelmed and need a little friendly support.

"Inbox full or inbox empty?"

There are still many bumps in the road of my life's journey, and I often remind myself of those words: "Inbox full or inbox empty?" My inbox is full. I don't know what an empty inbox looks like. And I don't want to know.

The University Library is a busy and lively building which reflects the multicultural nature of the wider university community. Please remember to bring your student card to check in and out when you visit the library.

The library is open 24/7 during term time. Our electronic resources are available around the clock, and all our borrowing and return services are self-service so you can study where and when suits you best.

You can borrow laptops from the lockers on the ground floor to use in the library and book group study rooms up to 2 weeks in advance, where you can work in groups and practice presentations. You can also bring in your own laptop or mobile devices and connect to the fast and secure University wireless network.

You can borrow and return books and other materials using the self-service devices. If you need any help, please ask a friendly member of staff.

Please note:

· The Library Coffee Shop operates different opening hours listed on the Catering Services web page. Do not assume the coffee shop is open whenever the Library is.

· When staff are not available, you can still contact us via our online chat services.

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China's "New Four Great Inventions" have reshaped daily life.them, high-speed rail stands out. As the network expands, it is not just connecting cities, connecting people's hearts.

Recently, I took the Fuxing bullet train from Beijing to Shanghai. The journey, which used to take 14 hours, now (take) only 4.5 hours. The speed is astonishing. However, impressed me most was the atmosphere inside the train. Unlike airplanes where everyone wears headphones, here passengers chatted happily.

I met a young entrepreneur who (name) Li Wei. He was returning home after a business trip. "The high-speed rail is my office on wheels," he said, (show) me his laptop. "I can finish a report and still have time to call my mom before arriving." He explained that this efficiency allows him to balance work and family life.

Looking out the window at the blurred landscape, I realized that progress isn't just about speed. It is about (convenient) and human connection. The rhythmic hum of the train felt like the heartbeat of a nation moving forward, yet staying (root) in its culture.

By the time we reached Shanghai, the sunset painted the sky in hues of orange. I stepped off the train feeling grateful for this (technology) marvel that brings people closer. It is more than a train; it is a symbol of China's journey — fast, efficient, and full of hope for future.

I had some2 starts. After learning the first eight steps in a windowless basement, I took a break and never returned. The second3 months later, was relatively4. I found a class in a much brighter space.

I had thought that I would master the 108 movements.5 right, but   wrong   in reality. Rather, I quickly knew, what was required was to change my own6.

After six months, I still found it difficult to complete even the opening 13 moves. The7 needed for such slow progress was NOT the way I normally approached physical activity. I found it almost8. Previously, any sport that I couldn't do easily, I just rejected.

I also needed9 the excuses, my favorite strategy for avoidance. Declaring that I can't tell left from right naturally wouldn't10.

Oh, one more thing: I needed to listen. This11 came powerfully in my first master class where I was12. As is required, all the others in the class stopped and turned to13 me while the instructor corrected my positioning. On it went probably for only a few minutes, but it seemed like14. However, as I corrected, my emotion shifted from humiliation (耻辱) to15. I realized I was learning not just a new step but a new way of being in the world — truly listening, open to correction, deeply grateful.

Give your thoughts a place to land

When your mind believes it must hold on to every thought, these thoughts can feel like planes circling to touch down. A good old-fashioned paper and pen next to your bed is far better than picking up your phone to write on your notes app. Phone in hand, you will likely start checking social media or news. Writing down your thoughts on paper tells your brain they are not ignored but safely stored, relaxing your mind.

Any gathering of mindfulness experts would provide enough evidence of how overthinking lives in imagined futures and in replayed (often mistakenly) pasts. Healthy sleep lives only in the here and now. So, feel the warmth of your blanket, the comfort of your body on your bed, and that super pleasant feeling of letting yourself go before falling asleep.

Realize sleep isn't from removing all thoughts

Your goal for a good night's sleep is not to push all your thoughts away. Gently reminding yourself how far you have come in life will help you stop worrying about what you have to do. Sleep is not about clearing your thoughts, but instead about how you hold on to them when you pull the blanket over you at night.

A. So, land them on a paper runway.

B. Clarify your thoughts to the fullest

C. Secure your thoughts to the present

D. This helps win your sleep back instantly.

E. Overthinking in bed is difficult to address.

F. Rather, the best way is to respond to them properly.

G. Many people are lying in bed with their minds overthinking.

Ecologist Dr. Elena Rose has spent decades studying how older, larger trees — often referred to as ‌"Mother Trees" — act as central hubs for this network. These magnificent elders possess the most extensive root systems, which allow them to connect to hundreds of younger saplings simultaneously. Through these fungal links, Mother Trees can identify their own kin and provide them with a little extra sugar or nitrogen to increase their chances of survival in the shaded understory.

However, their role goes far beyond simple feeding. When a Mother Tree is injured or under attack by hungry pests, she sends rapid chemical signals through the fungal network to her neighbors. In response, the surrounding trees immediately increase their production of defensive chemicals, effectively preparing themselves for a battle they haven't yet seen. This collective defense mechanism suggests that a forest functions more like a single, intelligent organism than a mere collection of timber.

Unfortunately, this ancient communication system is being disrupted by human activity. Modern logging practices often prioritize the removal of these large, older trees for their high-quality wood, unaware of the devastating impact on the forest's collective survival. When a Mother Tree is cut down, the younger trees are left ‌"disconnected," becoming significantly more vulnerable to disease and sudden environmental stress. It's like a city losing its main power station; without the central hub, the entire grid suffers.

Recognizing the importance of these networks is shifting the focus of global conservation efforts. Instead of simply planting millions of new trees — a practice that often results in low survival rates — environmentalists are now advocating for the protection of established forest ecosystems. ‌"A forest is a cooperative society built on trust and communication," Dr. Rose explains. ‌"If we want to save the lungs of our planet, we must protect the elders who hold the entire community together."

Scientist Maryanne Wolf suggests that our brains are plastic, adapting to the tools we use. When we read on screens, our eyes tend to "skim" or "scan" for keywords rather than absorbing every word. This habit, developed through years of browsing social media, has started to bleed into our experience with physical books. Even enthusiastic readers now report difficulty finishing a long novel, feeling a strange urge to check for notifications or move to the next "link".

The problem isn't just about attention spans. Deep reading involves a complicated set of mental processes, including internalizing knowledge and developing empathy. When we skim, we miss the subtle nuances of language and the complex logical structures of a well-argued essay. Essentially, we are becoming "mere decoders of information" rather than "interpreters of meaning".

To solve this problem, some educators are advocating for "bi-literate" brains — the capacity to switch between the fast-paced scanning required for digital tasks and the slow, immersive reading needed for deep analysis. It's like exercise; just as we go to the gym to strengthen muscles, we must consciously practice focused reading to maintain our cognitive depth. This doesn't mean abandoning technology, but rather being intentional about when to speed up and when to slow down.

As temperatures climbed to dangerous levels, Sarah noticed an unusual influx of people. It wasn't just the regular readers; it was elderly couples whose homes lacked air conditioning, exhausted delivery workers looking for a cool corner, and teenagers who usually spent their afternoons at the now-closed local park. The library, with its powerful cooling system and free Wi-Fi, became a sanctuary.

One afternoon, Sarah spotted a man named David sitting near the back, staring blankly at a computer screen. After a brief conversation, she learned that David had recently lost his job and, without a home internet connection, was struggling to apply for new positions. Seeing his frustration, Sarah didn't just point him to a shelf. She spent her lunch breaks for the next week helping him polish his resume and navigating complex job portals.

"Libraries are the only places where you can exist without being expected to spend money," Sarah observed. Inspired by the crisis, she started a "Career Corner" in the library, offering free printing services and weekly workshops. The initiative was a huge success, attracting local business owners who volunteered to conduct mock interviews.

Months later, David walked in, not to escape the heat, but to share the news that he had secured a technician job. He handed Sarah a small potted plant — a token of gratitude. For Sarah, the library had evolved. It was no longer just a quiet space for silence, but a dynamic hub where lives were rebuilt.

Unlock your creative potential this summer! Our workshops are designed to help young enthusiasts master the art of digital photography through hands-on practice.

Course Levels

Level 1: Beginner (July 5 - July 10)

Ideal for those who are new to digital cameras. Focuses on basic camera settings, lighting, and simple composition. Fee: $200.

Level 2: Intermediate (July 12 - July 17)

For students who understand manual mode. Covers portrait photography, street shooting, and photo editing basics. Fee: $250.

Level 3: Advanced (July 19 - July 24)

Focuses on storytelling through images and professional-level editing software. A final exhibition will be held. Fee: $300.

Special Offers

Early Bird: Register before June 1st to receive a 10% discount on any course.

Bundle Deal: Sign up for any two levels together and get a free high-quality tripod (worth $50).

Important Notes

Equipment: Students are encouraged to bring their own DSLR cameras. A limited number of cameras are available for rent at $15 per day.

Attendance: Each level consists of six 3-hour sessions held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Certificate: A   "Certificate of Achievement" will be awarded to students who attend at least 5 sessions of their level.

Location

All sessions are held at the Vision Art Center, Room 302, 45 West Street.

1.介绍旅游景点。2. 记叙旅游经历。3.谈谈你的感受。

Anna bought the vase five years ago at a thrift store. She was about to4 the store when she noticed the vase on a shelf near the checkout counter. "It seemed5, but not extremely old," she remarked.

The vase was6 to Anna as she has worked in Mexico. "I could7 it had a connection to Mexico, and I thought it would be a nice8 of Mexico to have on my shelf," she said.

In January,while visiting the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City for work,she saw Mayan vases on9 that looked remarkably10 to the one she owned. "I was still11 that mine was real, but I thought I had better ask the museum about the12 to authenticate it," she explained.

Following the museum's advice, she contacted the Mexican embassy and13 photos of her vase.

She was informed that she had a(n)14 historical piece. "I received an e-mail saying ‘Congratulations — it's genuine and we would like it back'," she said.

On Monday, a repatriation (回国) ceremony was held at the Cultural Institute of Mexico in D.C,15 by Mexico's Ambassador to the U.S..